Menez-Dregan, Paleolithic archaeological site in Plouhinec, France
The excavation area reveals stone tools, large mammal bones, and evidence of early fire usage within a coastal limestone cave formation.
Archaeological excavations at Menez Dregan indicate continuous human inhabitation dating back to approximately 465,000 years before present time.
The Discovery Centre presents archaeological findings through interactive displays that detail the methods used to study prehistoric human activities.
Visitors can explore a nine-stage discovery trail along the coast that explains the evolution of human civilization over 500,000 years.
Research teams have uncovered 669 stone tools, 276 bone fragments, and 238 pieces of charcoal during the thirtieth excavation campaign.
Location: Plouhinec
GPS coordinates: 47.98588,-4.47461
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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